Clinical Research Coordinator III in Multi-Clinical Trials (NASH) and Cirrhosis [phase 2 and 3 ]
Fresno Clinical Research Center
08.2020
Scheduled subjects with routine visits and research procedures
Oversaw and trained other CRC and research staff to ensure that Protocol requirements were followed
Reviewed new study protocols for feasibility, and assisted with Regulatory submissions to the IRB and Sponsor/CRO.
Managed and organized regulatory documentation and Maintained the accuracy of data
Collaborated with CRAs and auditors during all monitoring Visits and reviewed source documents case report forms prior To study monitoring visits and / or audits. Processed and Maintained Biopsy logs for research subjects
Prescreened , screened subjects for Nash Studies, enrolled and Randomized in Phase 2 and Phase 3 clinical study, especially for a Clinical Study, the IP( Rezdiffra) was approved by FDA in April 2024.
Followed closely and vigilantly all the IP related AE’S and SAE’S
Clinical Research Coordinator II
North American Research Institute Inc.
05.2014 - 05.2019
Initiated and completed action items and queries. Performed And reviewed e-CRF, worked with CTMS, managed TMF work.
Collected documents remotely, performed PSV’s, SIV’s and COVs have monthly meetings with CRA on the field.
Monitored AE’S and SAE’S with medical monitor on regular basis
Teaching Assistant
College of Pharmacy, Dalhousie University
06.2006 - 08.2014
In Problem-Based Learning, facilitated and supervised group discussions, assessed performances of 2nd, 3rd and 4th year undergraduate students created behavior-based learning environment, tutored pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, adverse events and serious adverse events
Participated in faculty meetings to set up clinical cases for PBL
Mental Health Counselor
Metro Community Living
07.2009 - 03.2014
Patient Support consisted of patient empowerment, establishing /developing rapport, life skills training and education, monitoring health needs, community assess support crisis prevention/intervention, family and individual supports
Physical and Mental Health management includes medication management, medical appointments and medical protocol, financial management and disbursements
Clinical Observership, Cardiology
QEII Health Sciences Center
07.2007 - 09.2007
History taking, physical exam, review of investigations and Progress notes.
Discharge planning and summary
Participated in daily Inpatient rounds and weekly grand rounds
Family Physician
Care Card Corporation In-house Clinics
05.1998 - 05.2005
Supervised and managed Inpatient admissions and Outpatient procedures
Evaluated and assessed patient’s medical conditions for job demands
Managed Assist America, providing heath assistance to international
Family Physician
Al-Hassan Polyclinic
10.1996 - 05.1998
Managed and followed up closely chronically ill patients
Supervised vaccination for children and adult patients
In-house visits for critically ill patients
Education
M.D Summa Cum Laude - general medicine
Carol Davila Medical University, Institute of Medicine and Pharmacy
Resident - Emergency room
Rwaida General Hospital
09.1996
Medical Resident - undefined
Medical University Hospital
12.1993
Medical Intern - undefined
Medical University Hospital
07.1991
Skills
MS word, Excel and Power point
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Certification
Sept 2004 MCCEE, Medical Council of Canada
July 2012 USMLE Step 1, ECFMG
Dec 2015 USMLE Step 2 CK, ECFMG
June 2020 COVID-19 Contact Tracing as Public Health Tool Certification John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Oct 2022 CITI ICH GCP Certification, CCRPS Advanced Clinical Research Coordinator Certification , Fibroscan Certification, Valacur-1 Ultaosund Certification, Oncoustics Ulrtsound Certification
LANGUAGES
Fluent In English, Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, Romanian and Hungarian
Awards
Sept 1989 M.D Thesis “The Efficiency of the Laboratory Methods in Diagnosing Bacterial Meningitis”. Successfully defended the Thesis with 10/10, Passed Romanian Board exam with 9.2 out of 10 GPA
Publications
Nadeem Masood Akhtar, M.D (2007, Oct). Atomoxetine (ATX) potent and selective presynaptic transporter reuptake inhibitor, first non-stimulant widely used in the treatment of ADHD in children, adolescents and adults. Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology News. Vol 12, Iss. 5, pp. 4-7.
Nadeem Masood Akhtar, M.D(2007, Dec). Guanfacine ( Intuniv): a non-stimulant selective alpha-2A receptor agonist has been studied in children and adolescent with ADHD. Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology News. Vol 12, Iss. 6, pp. 8-10.
Nadeem Masood Akhtar, M.D and Afreen Bano Khan, M.D (2008 June) Olanzapine(Zyprexa) : A Novel atypical antipsychotic and the therapeutic advantage attributed to the alpha- 2 adrenergic antagonist effects. Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology News. Vol. 13, No 3: pp.7-9.
Nadeem Masood Akhtar, M.D and Afreen Bano Khan, M.D (2008 Oct) Bupropion (Wellbutrin, Zyban): a unicyclic antidepressant acts as a norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitor and nicotinic antagonist. Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology News. Vol.13, No.5: pp 6-9.
Nadeem Masood Akhtar, M.D and Afreen Bano Khan, M.D ( 2008 Dec) Aripiprazole (Abilify): A Novel Atypical Antipsychotic with somewhat unique pharmacological profile, partial agonist at D2 and 5-HT1 A receptors. Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology News Vol 13, No 6: pp 1-4
The Performance of Velacur Against Liver Biopsy for Assessing Fibrosis and Steatosis: Muhammad Y. Sheikh¹, Nadeem M Akhtar¹, Marwan Almozaughi¹, Caitlin Schneider² ¹Fresno Clinical Research Center, California, ²Sonic Incytes Medical Corp, British Columbia.
Timeline
Clinical Research Coordinator III in Multi-Clinical Trials (NASH) and Cirrhosis [phase 2 and 3 ]
Fresno Clinical Research Center
08.2020
Clinical Research Coordinator II
North American Research Institute Inc.
05.2014 - 05.2019
Mental Health Counselor
Metro Community Living
07.2009 - 03.2014
Clinical Observership, Cardiology
QEII Health Sciences Center
07.2007 - 09.2007
Teaching Assistant
College of Pharmacy, Dalhousie University
06.2006 - 08.2014
Family Physician
Care Card Corporation In-house Clinics
05.1998 - 05.2005
Family Physician
Al-Hassan Polyclinic
10.1996 - 05.1998
Resident - Emergency room
Rwaida General Hospital
Medical Resident - undefined
Medical University Hospital
Medical Intern - undefined
Medical University Hospital
M.D Summa Cum Laude - general medicine
Carol Davila Medical University, Institute of Medicine and Pharmacy
Clinical Research Coordinator III in Multi-Clinical Trials (NASH) and Cirrhosis [phase 2 and 3 ] at Fresno Clinical Research CenterClinical Research Coordinator III in Multi-Clinical Trials (NASH) and Cirrhosis [phase 2 and 3 ] at Fresno Clinical Research Center